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−	~~#redirect~~:[[Knapping~~\|Knapping~~]]	+	Flushwork is a technique using knapped flint that highlights the smooth black surface of flint, which can be framed in limestone. Flushwork is effectively the decorative use of knapped flint in conjunction with dressed stone to form patterns.
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		+	The [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Society_for_the_Protection_of_Ancient_Buildings Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings] ([https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/SPAB SPAB]) in their [https://www.spab.org.uk/advice/glossary online Glossary] define flushwork as:
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		+	"The technique of setting knapped flints on the same plane (ie flush) with the face of dressed stone. Used to form decorative compositions in superior work. Two main types:<br />
		+	(i) Flint infilling between stone slabs mortared onto face of wall to create chequer patterns, bands etc.<br />
		+	(ii) Inlays of flint set into carefully shaped recesses in stone slabs, forming, for example, trefoil-headed panels or heraldic shields."
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		+	= Related articles on Designing Buildings =
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		+	* Architectural styles.
		+	* Bungaroush.
		+	* Finding stone to conserve historic buildings.
		+	* Flint.
		+	* Knapping.
		+	* Limestone for building.
		+	* Traditional materials.
		+	* Types of stone.
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		+	[[Category:DCN_Definition]] [[Category:DCN_Product_Knowledge]] [[Category:Definitions]] [[Category:History]]

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